By Russell Shaw
Thanksgiving is one of those few national holidays when a semi-religious sentiment is allowed.
11/26/24
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By Fr. Joseph M. Rampino
Jn 18:33b-37 In 1925, in the wake of the horror of the Great War, Pope Pius XI created the Solemnity of Christ the King, which we celebrate this weekend. In the opening paragraph of the encyclical “Quas Primas,” by which he announced that decision, commenting on the awful experience of the war, he wrote: “These […]
11/23/24
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By Russell Shaw
Lately I’ve had occasion to read two books by St. John Henry Newman. One is Newman’s first novel, “Loss and Gain,” while the other is that classic “history of my religious opinions” (Newman’s words), the “Apologia Pro Vita Sua.” Although the two volumes could hardly be more unalike in most respects, both are of considerable […]
11/15/24
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By Lucia A. Silecchia
I spent last Sunday on the sidelines of a marathon cheering for thousands who accomplished something I respect — but may never fully understand. The weather was stunning, the crowd was enthusiastic, and it is always exciting to root for a loved one crossing the finish line.
11/14/24
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By Fr. Steven Oetjen
Mk 12:38–44 The widow who puts two small coins into the temple treasury can be for us an icon of faith and of love. First, let us consider her faith. Pope Benedict XVI taught that faith “appears as an interior attitude of one who bases his life on God, on the Word, and trusts totally […]
11/9/24
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By Elizabeth Foss
It is two days post-election as I write. The morning after Election Day, I moved about my still-dark kitchen and checked in with myself. If asked to name one emotion at the moment, I would have chosen relief. At last, the constant barrage of sparring was over.
11/7/24
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By Fr. Jack Peterson, YA
Mk 12:28b-34 Jesus responds to a question from the scribes in today’s Gospel. Almost always, a question from them is a test in order to try to trap him as a blasphemer against the Jews or a revolutionary against the Romans. Today’s question seems refreshingly sincere. While priority with the Law of Moses is always […]
11/2/24
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By Elizabeth Foss
It was the juxtaposition that got me. First, there was a post by a mom with six kids ticking off the numerous Halloween activities her family was planning to attend and reiterating her resolve to just let them eat as much candy as they want until the season passes. She was tired of being the […]
10/31/24
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By Christina Capecchi
There was a time when Katherine Louise DeGroot didn’t consider quiet suburbs or small towns. She was a city girl, thank you very much, and it suited her work as a nanny and a photographer.
10/31/24
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